Manchester United are reportedly preparing a second bid for Jarrad Branthwaite.
21.06.2024 - 07:25 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
The summer transfer window for Premier League clubs has been open for a week.
Manchester United's transfer targets were drafted months ago and Sir Jim Ratcliffe's new regime have started work behind the scenes to complete the first signing of the summer.
Everton rejected United's opening bid for Jarrad Branthwaite and the two clubs remain apart in valuation. United will walk away from negotiations if the asking price is too high and they might be forced to be creative to strengthen other positions due to the limited budget.
Erik ten Hag has spent more than £400million in two summers in charge but won't have the same financial backing in this window, which means United must recruit shrewdly.
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